Without doubt, good governance is equivalent to accountability and transparency, as an effective and efficient democratic system relies hugely on transparency and accountability.  In essence, transparent […]
By Omidiji Olamilekan Qayum Public fund misappropriation in disguise of enhancing national security has unfortunately become a growing culture. Even though what is meant by national […]
The Press is recognisably the fourth estate of the realm and the watchdog of the people. Beyond the functions of information dissemination, the press has the […]
By Omidiji Olamilekan Qayum The general belief is that a rising population of youth should stimulate economic and national development. While this may be true, it […]
Following Nigeria’s transition to civilian rule in 1999, improvements in freedom of expression and civil liberties were considered the shift’s immediate gains. Even though only little […]
Access to information is vital to enable citizens to lend their voices, effectively keep the government on track, and dialogue critical decisions that affect their well […]
Despite the rigours and rigmarole undertaken to get the bill passed and signed into law, the Freedom of Information Act has since passage suffered gross under-utilisation […]
Nigeria’s road organisation, the arrangement of roads that connects the whole nation, extends to 193,200km. Of this, barely 28,980km (15%) is paved. Compared to 80% in […]